Executive Leadership Of The Pan African Chamber Of Commerce

Who we are

The leadership team of the Pan African Chamber of Commerce is a partnership to develop and expand a network of leaders in the business, government and community sectors who are prepared to address the unique challenges of economic development in Africa.

The leadership team also acts as corporate think tank to help the chamber to strategically impact our communities by creating jobs via supporting small to medium enterprises Africa.

The mission of the leadership team is to develop and provide leadership to work jointly with the business, community, and government interests to ensure balanced decision-making in maintaining Africa’s vitality and liveability. 

They facilitate among others:

Executive relationships with local and international stakeholders. 
Strategic leadership and implementation. 
Mentorship to the members of the Pan African Chamber of Commerce and other small business owners to become active in civic activities that will meet the changing demands on our local communities.

Johnny Muteba

(South Africa): Chairman and Founder

Johnny Muteba founded the Pan African Chamber of Commerce in 2015 in Johannesburg/South Africa. He has over 15 years of work experience in media, entertainment, entrepreneurship, trade, social impact, and human rights.

He is a global thought leader with a proven track record of leading multicultural teams and delivering outstanding results and as an in-depth understanding of business networking, negotiations, relationships, and project management. Johnny’s work is inspired by his responsibility to Africa. He has a very special ability to connect entrepreneurial vision, creative passion, and innovative problem-solving.

His enthusiasm and experience provide compelling insights, interesting ideas, and refreshing approaches which are so desperately needed today. Johnny offers a broad range of professional services for artists, corporations, universities, and Governments. Across all that he does, he taps into the power of creativity to innovate lives, bottom lines, organizations, and the communities that sustain us.

The Pan African Chamber of Commerce is currently active in more than 45 countries in Africa and is also in the United States and Europe. He is a member of the World Trade Organization/International Chamber of Commerce committee on medium and small enterprises advisory committee He is also the founder of the Women Entrepreneurship Centre, and the American Arts Academy.

Uyanda Manana

(South Africa): Chief Executive Officer

Born in Soweto, South Africa, Uyanda Manana is a trailblazing leader in the creative, advertising and digital marketing industry. With over two decades of experience, spanning three continents, Uyanda brings a unique perspective to business leadership and strategy. As the founder of Broken Mosaic, an innovative consulting agency, she leverages her global expertise to empower businesses, particularly Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs), in the digital age. Uyanda’s career is marked by her ability to drive growth and success in diverse and challenging environments.

Uyanda’s illustrious career began at L’Oréal Paris in Johannesburg, RSA as a product manager on L’Oréal skincare. She played a pivotal role in developing and launching the first-ever African Face of L’Oréal Paris skincare, a groundbreaking campaign for a developing market like South Africa within the L’Oréal Group. This achievement challenged the traditional, centralised marketing model, setting a new precedent for localised campaigns and product development across developing markets.

Her journey then took her to Publicis London, where she worked for eight years running the L’Oreal Paris, Garnier and United Biscuits accounts. Uyanda also managed the Prostate Cancer account spearheading the “Real Men Know All About It” strategy and advertising campaign, that significantly raised awareness across the United Kingdom about the importance of early detection in prostate cancer prevention. The campaign’s success culminated in Ricky Gervais developing a radio script that won Best Radio Ad of the Year, Best Charity Ad, and Best Public Service Ad at the Aerial Awards in 2006, as well as a Wood Pencil for Radio at the prestigious D&AD awards the same year.

Upon returning to South Africa in 2009, Uyanda joined The Jupiter Drawing Room as Group Business Unit Director, heading up the MTN portfolio. She played a crucial role in launching MTN’s groundbreaking Ayoba campaign for South Africa’s 2010 FIFA World Cup. This campaign was a game-changer, breaking the commoditised and uniform mold of telecom advertising and marketing. It successfully galvanised and connected South Africans, and the world, through the passion of soccer and the power of connectedness. The innovative Ayoba campaign’s success was recognised with the coveted LOERIES Grand Prix award for Best Integrated Campaign, marking a significant milestone in Uyanda’s career and in South African advertising history.

In Dubai, Uyanda further expanded her international portfolio, heading up the ADMM account, which included the F1 Grand Prix brand and Motorsports events at Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Circuit. This role showcased Uyanda’s ability to integrate digital strategies with large-scale, global sporting events.

In 2020, Uyanda took over as Managing Director at Conversation LAB (SA), a full-service digital advertising agency. Her leadership notably steered the team and operations to revenue growth and profitability through the challenging COVID-19 pandemic. It was during this time that Uyanda took on the role of SA Chapter head for the Black and Brilliant Advocacy Network, launching the AI Accelerator programme together with the Code Academy. The programme’s aim was to on-ramp young African tech professionals in data science and machine learning.

Today, Uyanda is the founder of Broken Mosaic, a cutting-edge consulting agency that offers holistic digital strategies and solutions to transform underperforming areas of business within Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs). Broken Mosaic Consultancy is built on the ethos that we can always find beauty in brokenness. Much like the art of creating a mosaic, Uyanda uses those broken pieces in a business to find and create opportunity and growth. Through Broken Mosaic, Uyanda offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to elevate SMMEs in the digital age, including Digital Marketing, Brand Design, Business Leadership, Social Media Management, Web Development, UX, and SEO.

Uyanda also serves as the CEO at Pan African Chamber, focusing on closing the economic divide for women, youth, and marginalised communities through leveraging digital literacy and technological empowerment. This role aligns seamlessly with her career-long commitment to driving change and fostering inclusivity in the business world.

Uyanda Manana’s unique blend of international experience, digital acumen, and commitment to empowerment positions her as an influential leader in the ever-evolving landscape of business and technology. From her roots in Soweto to her current role as a global business leader, Uyanda continues to champion innovation, diversity, and economic empowerment, shaping a more inclusive future for businesses across Africa and beyond.

Arnold Akpedeye

(Nigeria): President

Arnold Akpedeye is a visionary leader, engineer, and sustainability enthusiast dedicated to showcasing Africa’s potential. As the Co-Founder of the African Founders Association (AFA), his is committed to nurturing young African entrepreneurs through collaboration and innovation. His role in AFA reflects his dedication to fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem and guiding the next generation of African leaders. 

He is also the SEO and CO-Founder of Prana Business, and SEO of Okowe Investments and Okowe Farms. He leverages his engineering background to pioneer solutions that address Nigeria’s hunger problem through farm-to-table initiatives, creating jobs and empowering farmers. Under his leadership, Prana Business develops bespoke solutions that drive growth and resilience. 

At Okwe Farms, he champions sustainable agriculture, ensuring fresh, locally-sourced produce reaches consumers. His work with Okowe Investments supports ventures aligned with a sustainable Africa.

Arnold is an active member of organizations like the Fate Foundation Alumni, the National society of Black Engineers, the Lagos Chamber of Commerce, YESALA, the Delta State Farmers Association, an NOAN. His involvement in these groups underscores his dedication to professional excellence and community service.

His journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence, spotlighting Africa’s ingenuity and driving progress in food security and economic development. Arnold continues to inspire and lead, making a significant impact beyond Nigeria’s borders.

Ayesha Bayat

(South Africa): Chief Entrepreneurship Officer

Disrupting the status quo, one innovation at a time.

Ayesha Bayat is a chartered accountant who defies convention. A disruptive thinker and techpreneur, she thrives at the intersection of business and social impact. Through co-founding DigiYouth Africa, a non-profit (NPO), Ayesha tackles youth unemployment with innovative tech and soft skills training programs. Her focus on empowerment extends beyond the NPO. Vérité, her luxury haircare line, champions sustainable practices and fosters female-owned businesses. Furthering her disruptive spirit, she co-founded mesh Ed, a training and development company that prioritizes a human-centric approach to technology education. Ayesha is a powerful advocate for using technology and innovative thinking to drive positive social change.

Deidre Watson-Meijers

(South African): Chief Innovations Officer

Mrs Deirdre Watson Meijers is known as a venture builder, integrated strategist, creative director, projects and innovation consultant, partnership creator, entrepreneur, artist and designer (conceptual, spatial, systems). She obtained her honours-degree Cum Laude from Stellenbosch University with her main subjects being psychology, research and arts, focusing on conceptualisation and considering various social inequalities and societal norms/beliefs
through the design of functional and shelter clothing. Deirdre also holds a Master’s degree (Higher Second) from Wits University in conceptual arts where she investigated creative thinking in business for innovative transformation, (dis)placement and disruption.

Her focus has always been on/in business and how to strategically and creatively solve challenges through innovative ideas and implementing such through various means – i.e., technology solutions and development, spatial solutions (architecture), product design and more. She is known as an executioner and has received various accolades. One was a stint in the UK, spending time at the University of Oxford (UK), and being introduced to the concept of open strategies and design thinking. Accomplished in strategic brand leadership, creative
communication (with various diplomas from Vega School), disruptive strategies and design thinking, she has impacted businesses with her innovative strategic approach.

She has furthermore completed higher learning certificate courses through the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Innovation of product and services: MIT’s approach to design thinking), and Harvard Business School Online (Disruptive Strategy, Global Business and Business Strategy). Advancing people in their purpose is at the core of all she does.

Dr. Zina
Arinze

(United Kingdom): Chief Wellness Officer

Dr. Zina Arinze (DD) fondly known as “The Reinvention Queen” is an accredited Ministry Leader with CiC Intl. (Churches in the Community International), a multi-award winner, International Transformational Speaker, Lawyer, Best- Selling Author, An International Gender Empowerment Strategist, Radio Broadcaster and PodCast Host, as well as a Reinvention, Leadership and Personal Effectiveness Coach. She is the Founder of Believe and Live Again Divorce Recovery Coaching and Mentoring, a service dedicated to helping women of faith and female professionals swiftly move from “we to me” and heal from the pain of divorce, so that they regain their positive sense of self to reinvent themselves, uncover their God given talents, and rebuild in order to create sustainable income growth for themselves and their families.

Dr. Zina is also the CEO of The Reinvent YOU Experience for Personal Effectiveness and Transformation focused on helping women who are disillusioned and unfulfilled get unstuck to create profitable legacies after a traumatic life transition.
As the CEO and Lead Consultant in CrystalJade Project Management Consultancy, Coaching and Training delivery of powerful Technology bespoke solutions to project teams, small businesses, communities, groups and Individuals.
A fellow and active member of the Institute of Enterprise and Entrepreneurs, Dr. Zina sits on several boards and panels providing astute leadership, expert comment, strategic direction, career guidance and entrepreneurial mentorship to Business schools, SMEs, Not for Profits and Individuals.

In 2018, Dr. Zina, launched The Reinvent YOU! After Abuse Foundation (TRYAF), a charity and women in ministry led organisation of financial professionals and experts passionate about ending the stigma and trauma of domestic violence through financial education and empowerment, thereby providing survivors and their families with the education, resources and signposting needed to get back on their feet financially after abuse.
Dr. Zina sits as the Chair of PAW Africa UK an international NGO focused on empowering African women and young girls in the diaspora impacted by trauma including GBV, Domestic Abuse, Mental Health Conditions, Racism, Modern Slavery and the Socio, Political and Emotional Effects of Covid-19.


As a member of the Black Churches Domestic Abuse Forum (BCDAF) Dr Zina, serves on the planning board and as one of the three trainers responsible for delivering capacity building and domestic abuse awareness training to pastors and leaders in black majority churches across the UK.

Thandi Davis

(South Africa): Chief Communications Officer

Thandi is an accomplished communications professional with a passion for driving business growth and fostering meaningful connections. As the Head of Communications at the Pan African Chamber of Commerce, Thandi leads strategic initiatives, advocates for member companies, and ensures effective communication across diverse channels.

With a background in Strategic Communications, Thandi brings a wealth of experience to the role. Their commitment to the vision and mission of the Pan African Chamber of Commerce is unwavering, and they thrive on promoting innovation, collaboration, and economic success.

Whether engaging with stakeholders, crafting impactful messages, or spearheading advocacy efforts, Thandi consistently delivers results. Their ability to navigate complex landscapes and build strong relationships makes them an invaluable asset to the organization.

Additionally, Thandi holds a Master of Philosophy in Strategic Communication Management from the University of Pretoria. Their career has seen them excel in roles that require a blend of creativity and analytical skills, including graphic design, copywriting, and data visualization. Thandi has successfully developed content, managed communication channels, and provided strategic support to various departments. Their passion for impactful storytelling and commitment to community service underscore their dedication to making a positive impact.

Simone Scott-Sawyer

(United Kingdom): Chief Advocacy Officer

A British born Sierra Leonean published book author, editor and ghost writer, Simone Smart is also a voiceover artist who produces and presents content on her YouTube channel on a range of topics, from health to current affairs. She is considered a bit of a grammar geek and is passionate about telling your story in the most polished way possible. Her services also include coaching budding authors and taking a book idea from inception to production, converting it into an audiobook and hosting the book launch virtually or in person.Background

Before embarking on a creative career, Simone worked as a legal professional in the public and private sectors in the United Kingdom. Previous roles included working for the Serious Fraud Office in an investigatory capacity, the British Transport Police Authority in Governance and Compliance and the Commonwealth Secretariat researching International Administrative Law where she was of service to over 2 billion citizens worldwide. She made the decision to transition into the media industry shortly before the pandemic and in September 2021 founded and launched her company Scotty’s Studio.

Nycholas Partee

(United States): Chief Technical Officer

I have always had an inherent fascination with two things: breaking stuff and technology. As a kid I would often find myself in trouble, because I liked to take things apart to see the technology inside, but I could never put anything back together… Happy Meal toys, my toys, my game system, the TV… my mom’s alarm clock… you see why I got into trouble! Well my mom got tired of it and put into a NSBE Jr. program in 2009 in Columbus, OH, and ever since then I have been focused in tech. I received my first job in IT in 2013, at 17, with DeVry University, then with the Department of IT for Ohio University, and then continued with a few other companies, such as: Eli Lilly and Company, Johnson and
Johnson, Cardinal Health, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, etc. I am currently a Cloud Automation Engineer in the Cloud Engineering Services organization for Eli Lilly and Company. I am honored to be able to help bring the BDPA Cloud Academy to life, and am excited to see the impact we will make.

 

Dr Kennedy Ramojela

(Botswana): Chief Learning and Development Officer

Dr Kennedy Ramojela is a media practitioner and a researcher. Dr Ramojela obtained his PhD from RMIT University, Melbourne- Australia. He has over 20 years experience in the media space and academia. His research interest is within arts and business development. Dr. Ramojela conducts children’s media workshops in Botswana and runs an annual cultural event called Taste of Africa. He has worked on national, regional and international television productions.

Kevin Williams

(United States/United Arab):Chief Business Intelligence Officer

Kevin Williams is a co-founder and the Chief Executive Officer at kmwa. Kevin is responsible for making all major corporate decisions, managing overall operations, communicating with c-suite leadership, and setting the company’s strategic direction. As the “Face” of the organization, Kevin is responsible for setting the tone, vision, and culture at kmwa.

Kevin has over 20 years of Aerospace, Defense, Government, and commercial consulting experience working in both the continental USA and abroad. Kevin is a Veteran of the USA Army (Retired), with over 20 years of active military service. Kevin holds a BA in Organizational Leadership and Development from Wheeling University (Wheeling, West Virginia – USA) and an MBA from Frostburg University (Frostburg, Maryland – USA), as well as several professional certifications.

Efe Atiyio

(United States): Chief Creative Officer

Efe Atiyio is a seasoned media executive and strategic media consultant with a proven track record in the global broadcasting and media industry. With over two decades of experience, Efe has consistently delivered transformational growth for major media companies across Africa and beyond. He is the founder of Pozytv Innovations, a media solutions & consulting company known for its innovative distribution strategies and broad market reach, spanning over 100 million homes in Southern Africa.

Efe is widely recognized for his role in driving the success of Azam TV, one of East Africa’s fastest-growing Pay TV platforms. Under his leadership as Director of Programming, Azam TV grew from its inception to over 500,000 active subscribers within just three years. His contributions in operational management, strategy, and content acquisition were critical to Azam TV’s expansion and dominance in the region.

After Azam TV, Efe transitioned to Kwese TV, where he spearheaded the network’s 3rd party channels strategy, acquisition and management. He was later seconded to Kwese Free TV to lead the evolution from a sports-focused broadcaster into a multi-country sportainment platform. His vision enabled Kwese to tap into new markets and create a robust brand that resonated across Africa. His deep understanding of market dynamics, coupled with his ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, has positioned him as a key figure in the African media landscape.

In addition to his leadership roles, Efe has been a trusted consultant for major global media companies. He has worked closely with The Africa Channel, Rotana Media Group, DW (Deutsche Welle), and Trebel Music, providing strategic insights on content distribution, market entry, and operational efficiency. His strategic direction has helped these organizations extend their reach into new territories while increasing their audience engagement.

Efe’s expertise also extends to global content distribution models, which have allowed him to successfully broker deals that led to the distribution of over 1,600 hours of content across multiple countries. His innovative distribution methods ensure that media content can transcend geographical boundaries while meeting the unique demands of local markets.

Currently, Efe is focused on expanding his influence in the international media sector, particularly within the United States, where he is positioning himself as a thought leader in the evolving landscape of broadcasting and media consultancy. Through Pozytv Innovations, he is driving initiatives that leverage cross-continental partnerships, with a particular emphasis on African and diaspora audiences. His work continues to bridge the gap between Africa and the global media market, with a vision of making African stories, talents, and markets more accessible to the world.

Efe’s extensive network and industry knowledge, combined with his passion for media innovation, have made him a sought-after consultant and collaborator in the global media ecosystem. He remains dedicated to fostering collaborations that enhance the presence of African media on the world stage, while ensuring sustainable growth for the platforms and companies he advises.

Rebecca Elliot

(South African/UAE): Chief Impact Officer

Serial entrepreneur Rebecca Eliot has enjoyed a 30-year career in unlocking value and developing of disruptive impact investment solutions for the sport, entertainment and tourism sectors.

Rebecca is passionate about enabling the next generation of athletes from Africa and she co-founded PROTOUCH AFRICA – a purpose-led sports consultancy focused on fan engagement, new technologies and alternative revenue streams for sports clubs, teams and federations, using digital solutions that are enabled by Blockchain technology.

Her own proprietary project, The Podium Pursuit Collective has a vision to unlock the potential of African athletes and build a transparent and sustainable Impact Fund, that activates a global fan base, unlocking new revenues and creating a sustainable funding model to support and enable the next generation of athletes from Africa.

Dr Niousha Roshani

(United States/Brazil): Chief Diplomacy Officer

Niousha Roshani is a multi-sectoral expert practitioner in technology, business, and human rights addressing the inequality gap between companies globally and civil society, and connecting ecosystems of underrepresented founders around the world. She completed a PostDoc at Harvard University, a Ph.D. in Education at the University College London (UCL), a Master’s degree in International Development from Cornell University, and a BS in Civil Engineering. With fluency in five languages, an Irano-Ivorian background, and 15+ years of experience in research, policy, and practice working in 25+ countries in directing organizations and programs, establishing strategic partnerships, and supporting innovators and entrepreneurs, CSOs, philanthropy, the private, public, and third sector, her passion lies in disrupting the ‘business as usual’ framework by infusing investment of capital, resources, knowledge and opportunities into unnurtured, under-utilized and under-invested young talents on a global scale. In her current and past roles, she has advised governments, NPOs, universities, and the private sector on DEI, entrepreneurship, digital inclusion and conflict resolution, gender and SMEs (LAC and Africa), childhood and media (LAC), the intersection of race, disability and digital rights (USA, SSA, LAC and ME); on tech + policy (LAC); on best practices for the new economy (Europe, Africa and LAC).

Engy Abdel Wahab

(North Africa:Egypt): Chief Regional Officer

Engy Abdelwahab, Founder and CEO of Unica Research agency. The passion that urged her to start this, along with her team, is the existing gap facing startups, either due to their lack of affordability or due to their very special needs. All of this urged them to partner with management consultancies, marketing agencies, field agencies, and supporting organizations to fill this enlighten startups’ and SMEs’ path, providing the best research, training, and consulting practices, locally, regionally, and globally. Regarding her experience, she has 6 years of experience in market research and consulting in MENA region markets, such as Egypt, Jordan & GCC, & in African markets such as Tanzania, as well as American and Western European markets. She conducted consulting & market research for startups, governments, the private sector, and international organizations as GIZ, UNICEF & UNIDO. Regarding macroeconomic strategies, she had the honor of coworking on updating Egypt’s 2030 Sustainable Development Strategy.

She also had the honor of developing an Export Strategy Roadmap for Egypt in the Tomato Concentrate industry. For her education, she has an MA in Economics from Hamburg University and BS in Economics and Statistics from Cairo University – English Section.

Kimani WA Munene

(East Africa:Kenya): Chief Regional Officer

Founder. East Africa TV & Radio Broadcast Executive. Film
Marketing and Distribution. Creative Digital Marketer. Film
Investment for East Africa. Innovator in the Media Ecosystem and
Respected Speaker for Creative Sector
Founder
. Film Marketing and Distribution
Broadcast Management
COMPETENCY
• Digital management ,Creative and Marketing lead for Investment,
Real Estate, Technology and Media sector 2018 – 2022
• Broadcast content distributor from 2003
• Government Policy formulation engagements for Film and
Broadcast Industry from 2006
• Rebranded TVT into TBC in Tanzania, KBC strategy in Kenya 2006
– 2008
• Consulted for the Digital Migration initiative in East Africa.
• Station Manager – Jambo FM Tanzania, KISS TV , CLASSIC TV
Kenya
• Trained the advertising teams of TBC, WBS, Classic TV and KISS
TV
• Content Distribution for Nollywood, and International catalogues
FOX, MBC, Telemundo, ABCN, Bollywood for FTA in East Africa
. Co Founder of a VOD platform 2009

Seydou Dembele

(United States): Chief Trade and Investment Officer

Seydou Dembele is a visionary leader, technologist, and advocate for cybersecurity empowerment. With a distinguished 22-year career in the United States Army as a Chief Warrant Officer Four (CW4), Seydou brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his current roles as the Executive Officer of KARMAI Consulting LLC and Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Rwazi, Inc.

At KARMAI Consulting LLC, Seydou leads a team dedicated to providing top-tier IT cybersecurity consulting services. Through Rwazi, Inc., he leverages his strategic acumen to drive market intelligence solutions for businesses. Seydou’s passion lies in demystifying the complexities of cybersecurity and market intelligence, helping companies unlock their full potential in these critical areas.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Seydou is committed to giving back to the community. He actively supports young adults from disadvantaged backgrounds in gaining access to cybersecurity apprenticeship programs, empowering them with valuable skills for the future. His vision is to foster environments where creativity, innovation, and individual aspirations thrive.

During his military service, Seydou played pivotal roles in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom in Southwest Asia. His exemplary service earned him numerous accolades, including the Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Joint Service Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terror Expeditionary Medal, and Global War on Terror Service Medal.

When Seydou is not advising companies or championing cybersecurity initiatives, he can be found traversing Africa, expanding his network, immersing himself in diverse cultures, and spearheading initiatives to establish STEM Centers in underserved communities. Fluent in English, French, and various African dialects, Seydou embodies a global perspective and a commitment to making a difference wherever he goes.

Seydou Dembele is not just a retired CW4; he is a beacon of leadership, innovation, and service, dedicated to shaping a brighter future for individuals and communities alike.

Tandy Weems

(United States): Chief Creative Officer

Tandy Weems is a highly experienced and respected professional and thought
leader with over 25 years in the Hip Hop entertainment business. She has providedher expertise to many renowned Hip Hop artists and executives under various titles,such as Chief Operating Officer, Chief Business Development Officer, Senior Associate Producer, PR Executive, Artists Management, and LIVE Streaming EventProducer for companies like CZAR Entertainment, 720 Sounds, Lifetime Television,XUMANII, By Storm Entertainment, Make It Happen PR, and Double XXposure PR A true Brooklyn NY Hip Hop OG, Tandy’s extensive resume mirrors the history of Hip Hop. Tandy has collaborated and worked alongside many iconic figures in the industry, including Mike Tyson, Notorious BIG, Faith Evans, Main Source, Wu-Tang, Mary J Blige, Dru-Hill, Soul 4 Real, Method Man, and Redman to name a few. Tandy’s pioneering achievements include being the first to book Hip Hop artists to appear on daytime TV talk shows and the first to introduce and produce LIVE streaming hip-hop concerts and events. Her discipline, business acumen, and proficiency in composing and understanding legal documents positioned her as a right-hand ‘woman’ to renowned industry CEOs and leaders, including the current President of RCA Records, Mark Pitts, Angelo Ellerbee, and James Rosemond. 2 of 2. Always ahead of the curve, it was Tandy well over 15 years ago who introduced Hip Hop artists and celebrities the ability to stream their own shows and podcasts LIVE on the internet while serving as Business Development Officer for Xumanii, a tech company in Canada. Now she is producing the first global Hip Hop Awards show dubbed, The World Hip Hop Awards. It is more than just an awards gala; the WHHA mission is to preserve the history, integrity, and legacy of Hip Hop culture as it dares to position itself to be the most sought-after award in Hip Hop
entertainment. Concerned about the violence and crime culture affiliation to Hip
Hop, she aims to further use the WHHA platform not only to honor artists that
uphold the true essence of Hip Hop but to reeducate the world on authentic Hip
Hop culture that honors community, family, artistic freedom, and excellence to
bring the music back to the culture – to SAVE LIVES.
Soon to be known as Hip Hop’s Grammys, The WHHA is the FIRST Hip Hop Awards event to honor and celebrate Hip Hop not just as a music genre but as a worldwide culture as defined by the protocols set by its creators and the communities that shaped it. The 5 Elements of Hip Hop – MC-ing, DJing, Dance, Visual Art, and KNOWLEDGE. The WHHA is the FIRST Hip Hop Awards show to honor and celebrate signed and independent artists from every corner of the global together on one stage for their reverence, unique interpretation and upholding the true essence of Hip Hop culture in their music, art, business, and lives. With the intention of streaming LIVE worldwide first in 2024 from the Sphere in Las Vegas, the targeted hosts for this historic event are renowned comedian Hip Hop Dave Chappelle and Hip Hop icon Queen Latifah.
Ms. Weems is currently seeking to bring the WHHA to the glamorous VIP city of
Dubai in 2025. Like the 2024 this revolutionary event will captivate audiences with breathtaking performances from present, legendary, and iconic Hip Hop culture from America, the birthplace of Hip Hop on the same stage with never-before-seen Hip Hop music and culture representing diverse style, languages from around the world reflecting the kaleidoscope of international and national Hip Hop genius.

Camila Andrade

(Brazil): Advisory Board

Research Fellow to the Institute for Pan African Thought and Conversation (IPATC), University of Johannesburg. Post-Doctorate in Political Science and International Relations at UFPB. PhD in Political Science; Master’s Degree and Bachelor in International Relations.
Currently, I am studying Rwanda, African International Politics, Black Feminisms and Global South.

Dr Khosi Radebe

(South African): Advisory Board

Dr Nomkhosi Radebe is a seasoned Business Strategist and Researcher, seamlessly blending academic rigor with practical business insights. As a dedicated lecturer at Witwatersrand University, she imparts knowledge in Human Resources, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, and various Management modules. Her expertise extends beyond the classroom, where she engages in both academic and business research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and real-world application.

Dr Cyndi Ashley

(United States): Advisory Board

Rev. Dr. Cynthia Oriyômi Ashley aka Dr. Cyndi, an effective publicist, emerging filmmaker, certified in-studio/field producer, director, promoter, author, speaker, mentor, scholar, advocate, media literacy educator, empowerment, and recovery specialist. Also, she’s the Chair of Restoring Our Community Media & Arts Network Foundation and the CEO/President of Total Faith Network Television (TFNTV) & Media Ent., Inc. a Minority-owned and operated independent cable, web & broadcast television network and digital media marketing company with Spiritual-Cultural (TV-Rated G). Urban Media (TV-Rated R) & Mainstream (TV-Rated PG). Dr. Cyndi produces content on varied topics, which impact Arts & Entertainment, Religion, Family, Health, Education, Law, Media, and Business. She’s in pre-production for a docudrama movie of the late Tuskegee Airman Lt. Col. Floyd J. Carter, Sr. She is an award-winning talk show host for TFNTV, which has access to multiple media formats including off/online print, video email, radio, Internet radio, interactive & Internet television, and more. TFNTV live streams, webcasts, and does virtual presentations. TFNTV owns digital channels on all ROKU devices, FireTV and AppleTV; TFNTV is Over-The-Air with commercial & commercial-free content throughout the USA & abroad. All content inspires, educates, challenges, and empower audiences of all ages & cultures – If you have interests to expand your sphere of influence through media, video marketing, cable/webcast to millions of cable network subscriber reaching over 100 million households that includes various online media platforms – Contact the TFNTV office to learn more. TFNTV is an innovative media consortium that thrives on creating, building, strengthening relationships.

Dr. Cyndi is also known for her humility compassion, and transparent demeanor while engaging her audiences to interact with her for their own transformation breakthrough and healing. She uses media pedagogy to build self-esteem, self-identity & to empower personal storytelling. Dr. Cyndi is the founder of four successful annual events and is in good standing as an associate partner with Bishop Tudor Bismark founder of Jabula International Network.